Kallima philarchus
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 Kallima philarchus Female, upperside. Ceylon, Robert Templeton collection.
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| Kallima philarchus Westwood , 1848) |
The Ceylon Blue Oakleaf Kallima philarchus is a nymphalid butterfly found in Sri Lanka. With wings closed, it closely resembles a dry leaf with dark veins and is a spectacular example of camouflage.
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